The Keighley-Halifax and Bradford line closes after years of declining passenger numbers. Final train ran May 23, 1955. End of the Line Passenger Decline Shuts Rail Route Down Forever On May 23, 1955, at 7:30 PM, the final train left Halifax. It ran on the Keighley-Halifax and Bradford line. Detonators exploded as the train departed…
Recent inspections reveal many Bradford area establishments achieving top food hygiene ratings. Some businesses got lower scores. Bradford Food Hygiene Ratings Recent Roundup Shows Positive Results The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme has data. It covers cafes and takeaways, for instance. Local authorities use the scheme, and the Food Standards Agency runs it nationally. The Fleece…
New owners seek changes to a prior approved plan for the Victoria Hotel, aiming to attract tenants and finalize development. Keighley Landmark Victoria Hotel Set for Revival with New Plans They have a new plan for the old Victoria Hotel. It sits on Cavendish Street. This old 19th-century building has been empty for years now.…
The Hidden Village makes a comeback in Keighley, offering fun play areas for kids, including a cafe and sensory room. Hidden Village Reopens in Keighley’s Churchill House on North Street The Hidden Village opened its play village again. It’s at Churchill House on North Street this time. This is the village’s second edition. The play…
A Keighley teen secures a full time job at Acorn Stairlifts after completing apprenticeship program. Keighley Teen Lands Job Following Successful Apprenticeship Subhan Mahmood used to work in fast food. He started an apprenticeship at Acorn Stairlifts in August 2023 through Keighley College. He worked with customer services. Now, Subhan has a full-time job at…
Liam Spillane gets 16 months for threatening a couple with a knife in Keighley, admitting guilt and common assault. Keighley Couple Threatened with Knife Liam Spillane Jailed Liam Spillane will go to jail for 16 months. He pleaded guilty to threatening someone with a knife. He also admitted to common assault. Emily Hassell is the…
Tom Baker runs the Paris Marathon to support Sue Ryder, inspired by their hospice care. Keighley Runner Tom Baker Tackles Paris Marathon for Sue Ryder Tom Baker, age 27, will run a marathon. He supports Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Tom saw their great care firsthand. His great grandad spent his last days there. Also, his…
Liam Spillane, 25, gets 16 months for threatening a couple with a knife on North Street in Keighley after accusing them of hurting his friend. Knife Threat on North Street Leads to Jail for Keighley Man Liam Spillane will go to jail. He got 16 months. He threatened someone with a knife. He also committed…
Bradford Council will discuss the Darley Street Market’s opening date and stall costs. A report requests funds for stall fitting. Darley Street Market Update Council to Discuss Opening Date and Costs Traders want to move to Darley Street Market and are feeling unsure about its opening date. Councillors will hear an update next Tuesday. A…
Average speed cameras on the Bingley Bypass show a marked change in driver behavior, warranting more cameras. Bingley Bypass Cameras Show Marked Change in Driver Behavior A police inspector talked about cameras last year. John Barker is from the Keighley policing team. He spoke of cameras on the Bingley Bypass. He hopes for similar cameras…